I decided I should probably start a journal to track some of what I've been doing on my first bulking cycle ever to hopefully gain some feedback from more experienced lifters than I.

Background
I'm 24 years old. I've been lifting heavy for about 3years now, at least trying to. Never really had a set plan or program or cycle for that matter until just recently starting a few weeks ago. Started a 3day split program Tue/Thur/Sat vs lifting 6 days a week (completely idiotic).

Current Progress
I'm 5'10", started at 145lbs with around 10%BF. Began to track my calories 07/17/2008 - present which I will also be posting including my current workout activities. Gained a total of 4.5lbs weighed on 08/03/2008 (18th day of tracking). I've been having trouble going higher, hopefully my log will help with advice there.

Goals
To gain enough weight to start a cutting cycle. At first I was thinking 10lbs (155lbs) but I'm already struggling to gain after 149.5 thinking about starting to eat pure junk to gain more but a little afraid of looking horrible lol. First Bulking cycle so I was thinking 155 would be enough to re-evaluate my weight and appearance and possibly go higher from there.

Progress Pics
These are gonna be hard for me to upload since I'm in the middle of a move I have disconnected inet service to my house and I can't upload photo's from work. I'll attempt to upload at a friends house sometime so have some patience please.

Notes: Did a better job on calores and protein but still need more of both.
Workout was fine, felt like I still had tons of energy left over after my workout, Will definitely be raising weight the next time B workout comes around the following week. Drank protein shake immediately after workout.Weight: 146lbs, gained 1lb!!

Last edited by lightningsix on Thu Aug 14, 2008 8:15 am, edited 1 time in total.

Notes: Great job on calories and protein this time. A little high on calories but damn, I was so hungry lol. After workout, again, I still had a ton of energy. Will incorporate more after workouts next week if I still feel this way.Weight: 147lbs, gained 2lbs total from 145!!!Activity:Workout Week1;Day2:
Workout A:
Squat: 3 x 5 x 110lbs (not including bb)
Bench Press: 3 x 5 x 140lbs (not including barbell)
Deadlift: 3 x 5 x 90lbs (not including bb)